Tetons Loop

Alta, Wyoming, United States

15.7 miles (25.3 km) · 3,982 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Tetons Loop is a 15.7-mile loop route in Alta, Wyoming, United States, gaining 3,982 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.4 miles gaining 1,100 feet at an average 11.7% grade. About 44% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance	15.7 mi (25.3 km)
Elevation gain	3,982 ft (1,214 m)
Average gain	254 ft per mile (48 m per km)
Longest climb	3.3 mi, 2,051 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	32.5%
Runnable	44% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	18.7 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	17%
Mild uphill	5%
Moderate uphill	12%
Steep uphill	24%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	19%

Questions about Tetons Loop

How much elevation gain does Tetons Loop have?

Tetons Loop has 3,982 ft (1,214 m) of elevation gain over 15.7 miles (25.3 km). That averages 254 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Tetons Loop?

The difficulty score for Tetons Loop is 18.7 of 100. That is harder than 89.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 44% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Tetons Loop?

The longest climb on Tetons Loop runs 3.3 miles (5.3 km) and gains 2,051 ft (625 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 32.5%.